Antiques, Fine Art, Pre-Columbian, Antique Armor & More at June 2010 Auction

ANTIQUES, FINE ART and COLLECTIBLES AUCTION

The Estate of The Late Harry Renker of Geneva, IL - Airline Pilot and International Purveyor of Fine Antiques -- With select additions

Saturday, June 26 at 10am EST

Previews: Friday 10-5 & Saturday 8-10 am

PROFESSIONAL APPRAISERS & LIQUIDATORS, LLC

811 SE US Highway 19, Crystal River, FL

800-542-3877 * 352-795-2061 * http://www.charliefudge.com/

Charles Fudge, Auctioneer - AB1131/AU1593

UPDATED PARTIAL LISTING

ART - Includes Paintings on Ivory, Miniature Paintings and Portrait Paintings on Porcelain Plaques including KPM and Berlin Porcelain by Famous Listed Artists including Wagner. 19th Century Paintings include a nice variety of Watercolor, Oil on Canvas and Oil on Board Paintings -- Many by Listed Artists - Subjects include Women, Sailing Ships, Prussian Soldiers, Hanging Game, Dogs and More. Bronze & Marble Statues and Sculptures - including Listed Artists, a Bronze and Ivory Statue of Oriental Man, a Bronze Statue of a Knight on a Horse, Gold Dore' Bronze Stag, a 20.5" Gold Dore' Statue of a Man in Loin Cloth with Dog, a Pair of Spelter Bronze Gladiators, a Matched Pair of Bronze Elephants with Ivory Tusks, Miniature Victorian Bronze Nudes, Artist Signed Rooster, a Pair of Bronze Chinoiserie Vases, a Russian Bronze of Monkeys, a Pheasant, a Samurai, and more. A great selection of Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Figures to include 2 Pheasants (one is signed Bergman) a Signed Franz Bergman Feather Shaped Pen Holder with Owl, as well as Miniature Austrian Bronze Dogs, Bear, Cat and a Crow Pin Cushion with Key in his Mouth. Exquisite Carved Ivory includes an intricately carved Pagoda with Dragon Handles (approximately 2 feet in height), an Ivory carved Figurine of a Beggar with his Dog, a fabulous Pair of Artist Signed 13.5" Ivory Phoenix Birds, a Set of Three Carved Ivory Horses, and an Inuit Carving of Polar Bears.

CLOCKS: An outstanding selection of very fine Antique Clocks including: 22" Tiffany & Co Gold Dore' Bronze Clock with Cherub holding a Sun Dial, 19c Louis XVI French Marble and Bronze Figural Clock: "Pendule A L'Etude Et La Philosophie” with Works by Samuel Marti, Tiffany Carriage Clock, 19c Ornately Carved Oak Case Mantle Clock by Webster, Exquisite 19th Century Carved English Oak Mantle Clock w/ Westminster Chimes, Vienna Regulator, Black Forest Cuckoo and many more.

FURNITURE: Includes a Fabulous Turn of the Century Marquetry Inlaid & Marble Top Bedroom Suite (bed converted to king size), with Intricately Carved and Inlaid Washstand and Vanity, an English Carved Oak Bible Stand dated 1661, 16th Century Walnut Coffer with Celtic Design on Paneled Front, a 17th Century Cromwellian Oak Arm chair, Victorian Walnut Étagère, Victorian Carved Oak Dining Room Suite, Heavily Carved 18th Century Chest, Jacobean Chair with Needlepoint Seat (circa 1660), 17th Century William and Mary Arm Chair with Coat of Arms Crest, Louis VI Country Provincial Cabinet, William & Mary Carved Oak Hall Settle w/ Caned Back and Seats, 19th Century French Curio Cabinet w/ Marquetry Inlay, 19th Century Table with Open Barley Twist Legs in the Style of Merklin Bros & Hunzinger. Victorian Oval Carved Oak Fire Screen (with original glass), Cast Iron Bed, Cast Iron Chairs, and much more.

POTTERY, PORCELAIN & GLASS: Large Dresden Lace Grouping of a Victorian Chess Match, Royal Doulton Vase (circa 1850), Sevres, Prussian Enameled Art Glass Regimental Stein (lid is engraved with names of the troops), American Belleek, Set of Wedgwood China, Jasperware, German Porcelain Plaque in High Relief attributed to Schafer & Vater "Volkstedt", Murano Art Glass attributed to Pollio Perelda of Toso Fratelli Co., Waterford Crystal to include Floor Lamp, Pair of Boudoir Lamps, Hurricane Lamp, Pair of Table Lamps, and more. 19th Century Oil and Whale Oil Lamps, and much, much more.

MISCELLANEOUS and UNIQUE & RARE ITEMS include 3 Pairs of Miniature Cobbler's Shoe Samples, Brass Dolphin Cigar Cutter, Silver Repousse Handled Walking Stick, Early Victorian Gilded Mother of Pearl Tussie-Mussie / Posie Holder / Nosegay - complete with ring and pin, 18th Century English Copper Toddy Warmer, Chinese Bronze Snuff Box, Verfel Russian Bronze of Monkeys in a Bat, Brass Regency Ink Stand with a Winged Griffin and 2 Cut Glass Ink Bottles, Pair of 18th Bardin Century Globes (Celestial and Terrestrial), Very Large 19th Century Cast Bronze Shield with Battle Scenes,

Antique Bronze Tazza with Griffin Supports, Inuit Carving of Polar Bears by Inupiat Whaling Captain & Artist: Simeon Patkotak, 18th Century Pewter Tankards, Chargers and Ink Wells, Antique Bibles & 17th Century Josephus book, 19th Century Embossed Copper Box with Colorful Scenes, Victorian Beveled Glass Display Boxes, and many more items too numerous to list.

ARMOUR & MILITARY ITEMS: Ranging from the 16th to 19th Century: Half Pike Espontoon Carried by English Color Sergeants, 2 Full Suits of Armour (mid 19th Century versions of 16th Century Armour, Polearms, Hilt Rapiers (circa 1600), Musket Balls, Bronze Age Persian Arrow Heads and many more items.

NORTH AMERICAN INDIAN ANTIQUITIES & ARTIFACTS: Classic Mayan Cylinder Vase from the El Tikal Ruins, (circa: 235-700AD), An American Indian Pre-Columbian 13 inch Red Ware Bowl attributed to Gila - Higley, Arizona, White Mountain, Circa 900AD, Vessels from White river, Yellow County, Chihuahua, Cliff Dwellers and and other areas and tribes. Pottery with Frieze Decoration, Polychrome, Black on Red and more. Also: Arrowheads and Beads. (None of the above are from Federal Land)

ORIENTALIA: Includes Outstanding Japanese Bronze Vases & Urns including a pair of 19th Century Bronze Vases with inlaid Gold, Silver and Copper, Signed Oriental Vases, Chinese Bronze Sculpture, 19th Century Champleve Urn, Large Carved Ivory Pagoda, Pair of Phoenix Birds, Buddha collection includes Bronze, Siam, 18th Century Large Carved Wooden Buddha, a Japanese Dore Bronze Vase, Ivory and Cloisonné statue of Quan Yin, and much more.

JEWELRY & COINS: Fine Estate Gold, Diamond, & Gemstone Jewelry & Watches including Victorian and Art Deco. Loose Gems including Tanzanite, Rubies, Diamonds, Emeralds and More, US Gold & Silver Coins including Silver Dollars, Mint Sets, Proof Sets. A nice variety of Gold Coins, and much more.

TERMS

Terms Summary: Cash, U.S. Credit cards: Master Card, VISA, Discover, and Approved Check. 13% Buyers Premium (Less 3% Discount for Cash on Day of Auction). Complete Terms, Policies and Conditions can be found on our website.

All information was derived from sources believed to be correct but is not guaranteed. All announcements at sale take precedence over any printed matter. Professional Appraisers and Liquidators, LLC Auction Gallery strongly encourages in person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by our auctioneers regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and SHOULD NOT be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Professional Appraisers and Liquidators. All lots offered are sold "As Is".

We are currently buying and accepting quality consignments of Antiques, Art, Jewelry, Coins, Gold and Collectibles. Get your items in early to take advantage of National and International Advertising and On-Line Auction Exposure!

See our Website for Info, Catalog & Photos: http://www.charliefudge.com/

Auctioneer's Note: Folks, We are very excited to offer this fabulous assortment of Fine Antiques, Art, and Collectibles to you this month. We believe it is one of the finest in our 40 year history. As we write this note, we continue to buy and take consignments, so there will be many fabulous items that are not listed in the Partial Listing. Don't forget to view our website for the complete catalog, photos, and updates. This is certainly an auction you cannot afford to miss! Call Delilah for Seat Reservations (352-795-2061). For those of you who are unable to attend, on-line bidding is provided as a convenience. Details can be found on our website: www.charliefudge.com. See you at the auction! Charles Fudge

Mid Century Modern Murano Art Glass

Here is a great article on Mid Century Modern Murano Art Glass:
The magic of Murano glass;Collecting - Times Online

Don't forget to check out the 20th Century Mid Century Modern Murano Art Glass among many fabulous other Antiques, Fine Art and Collectibles in our June 26th Antique and Fine Art Auction! Details at http://www.charliefudge.com/

AVIATOR'S ANTIQUES FROM HERE & ABROAD AT AUCTION

811 SE US Hwy 19, Crystal River, FL 34429

352-795-2061 // 800-542-3877

http://www.charliefudge.com/

PRESS RELEASE - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

AVIATOR'S ANTIQUES FROM HERE AND ABROAD AT AUCTION

The Estate of World War II Veteran, Retired Delta Airlines Pilot and International Purveyor of Fine Antiques, Harry Renker, to be Auctioned at Professional Appraisers and Liquidators Antique Auction on Saturday, June 26th in Crystal River, Florida.

Just a FEW of the Fabulous Antiques in the June 26th Auction!

Crystal River, FL May 10, 2010 -- Professional Appraisers and Liquidators Antique Auctions will be the venue for the Estate of Harry Renker, Retired Delta Pilot and International Purveyor of Fine Antiques. The auction is to take place on June 26, 2010 beginning at 10am. Auctioneer, Charles Fudge, a 40 year veteran auctioneer of antiques, fine art and collectibles says this collection is one of the finest he's seen.

The late Captain Harry Renker's career in aviation began in the U.S. Army Air Corps in the South Pacific, where he logged over 200 combat missions and was awarded The Distinguished Flying Cross, and 3 Air Medals. After returning to the states, he served as personal Pilot and Liaison to Generals Truesdale and Candee at The Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth Kansas. Renker was hired by Delta in 1946 and was one of the oldest living retired Delta Airline pilots. In addition to flying commercial and military planes, he flew ultra-lites until he was 87 years old.

Aviation was not Renker's only passion. In addition to flying, Renker and his wife Gayle loved fine art and antiques, and traveled the world to add to their ever-growing personal collection. Captain Renker and his wife began their journey in retail sales when they opened Valley Coin Shop in Aurora, Illinois. They later opened "Valley Coin and Antiques" in Geneva, IL. Geneva is a quaint little city 40 miles west of Chicago. Its history began with habitation by the Illinois and Prairie Pottawatomie Tribes during the 17th and 18th Centuries. The year 1836 brought a group of Settlers from Massachusetts called the Boston Colony to Geneva. The Renkers chose this historic city as the location for their shop, because of its history and character. Geneva was noted for charming shops including approximately 15 antique stores.

Gayle Renker ran the antique shop on a daily basis, and Captain Renker worked there on his days off. They both studied and researched many types of antiques, but their primary areas of expertise were European Antiques and Antique Jewelry. They also studied and collected Antique Weaponry and took an interest in American Indian Artifacts, probably due to the early history of Geneva, Il.

Being a Delta Airlines Pilot with discounted flights and cargo fees had its advantages. Harry would often go on antique shopping expeditions while on layovers in various cities. But, perhaps the biggest benefit for a commercial pilot in the antiques business was the affordibility of traveling to Europe and shipping their newly found treasures home. Captain and Mrs. Renker often traveled to Europe to scout antique shops in the city and traverse off-the-beaten-path shops in England and Scotland's countryside. They were usually guided by an Englishman they'd befriended who knew many out of the way places to find antiques that were unknown to the tourist trade. While on these buying sprees, they bought antiques for their shop, as well as their personal collection.

For many years, a big event at their antique store in Geneva, Illinois, was the arrival of the Renker's container of antiquities they'd purchased during their buying excursions throughout Europe. Clients would arrive at the shop in excited anticipation of the unveiling of the treasures they'd found. It is with that same anticipation that Professional Appraisers and Liquidator's Antique Auction Gallery will offer the Renker's personal collection at auction on June 26, 2010, beginning at 10am. The collection will be available for preview on Friday, June 25th from 10am to 5pm and on Saturday from 8am until the auction begins.

The Harry Renker Estate Auction (with select additions) will feature Fine Art, including Antique Oil Paintings - Many by Listed Artists, Ivory Carvings, Bronze and Marble Statues, Austrian Cold Painted Bronzes and Miniatures including Bergman, and Paintings on Ivory and Porcelain, to include KPM. Other European items from the Renker's personal collection include Antique Furniture ranging from the 17th Century to Victorian Era and Antique Armor and Weaponry. Oriental art is included in the form of several Buddha Statues from various eras. North America antiques include American Indian Pottery and clocks by makers such as Tiffany & Co. Unique items such as a Victorian Gilded Mother of Pearl Posey Holder or Tussie Mussie, a Russian Bronze Snuff Box, a signed Bergman Pen Holder in the form of an Owl on a Feather and other Austrian Cold Painted Bronze items and Miniatures to name a few. To view photos and a partial listing, go to www.charliefudge.com. The complete catalog for the Estate of Captain Harry Renker (with additions), along with photographs of each item, will be available on the firm's website by June 1st. Floor bidding, absentee and telephone bidding is offered. Real-time bidding through Internet portals www.proxibid.com and www.liveauctioneers.com is also available for your convenience. You can contact the auction gallery directly at 352-795-2061 or 800-542-3877 for further information or to request a brochure.

Professional Appraisers and Liquidators LLC

Auctioneer, Charles Fudge, of Professional Appraisers & Liquidator's Antique Auctions has been bringing the finest Antiques, Fine Art and Collectibles to dealers and collectors alike for over 40 years. Their 7500 square foot climate controlled antique gallery in Crystal River, Florida, has easy access via major highways and airports. The firm purchases estates and collections outright or will accept them on consignment.

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Note to Press: If you'd like an interview with Auctioneer, Charles Fudge, or more information about the Renker Estate or the Antique Auction, please contact Delilah or Amy at 352-795-2061

SUMMARY: Professional Appraisers & Liquidator's Antique Auction is pleased to offer The Estate of The Late Harry Renker of Geneva, IL - Airline Pilot and International Purveyor of Fine Antiques -- with select additions -- at their gallery in Crystal River, FL, on Saturday, June 26th at 10am. Items of interest include KPM, Signed Wagner and other Paintings on Porcelain and Ivory. Other antique items include, Bronze, Marble & Ivory Figurines and Statues, 19th Century Paintings by Listed Artists, Antique Clocks (including Tiffany), Antique Furniture ranging from the 17th Century to the Victorian Era, Antique Armor and Weaponry & Native American Indian Pottery. Unique items such as a Victorian Gilded Mother of Pearl Posey Holder or Tussie Mussie, a Russian Bronze Snuff Box, a signed Bergman Pen Holder in the form of an Owl on a Feather and other Austrian Cold Painted Bronze items and Miniatures to name a few. In addition to Floor Bidding, Real-time Internet and Absentee Bidding is available. Information, catalog and photos can be found on their website: www.charliefudge.com or by calling 352-795-2061 or 800-542-3877.

IMPORTANT ANTIQUE AUCTON COMING SOON.

FOLKS, the June auction is going to be FAN-TABULOUS! I'm finishing up the PR, the brochure and we start cataloging in 2 weeks! If you have QUALITY Antiques or Collectibles to sell or consign, get them to us YESTERDAY. We need them A.S.A.P if you are going to be included in our advertising. The auction will, of course, have live bidding in our auction gallery, it will have on-line internet bidding, and we accept absentee and telephone bidding.


Photos are coming soon as is more info, but in the meantime, check http://www.charliefudge.com for further info


By the way, the clock in the photo is TIFFANY & CO of New York from an estate in the Chicago suburbs. There are too many items to even start to list them! I suggest you just check out the website for now!